It’s Here! 

2025 Scholarship Application Information:

• Application Instructions and Checklist 
• Application* 
• Financial Aid Form* 
• Personal Financial Statement* 
• Frequently Asked Questions 

*These 3 forms and all supporting documents must be received by the deadline to be considered during that Phase. 

• Email to:  texhoodcountyscholarship@uss.salvationarmy.org 
• Please include Your Name in the subject line! 

The three Phases of Scholarship Awards in 2025 are on the following schedule:
On-going Program from February to November

You will be notified of the Committee’s decision by letter of a Scholarship offer or a declined request and the reason why.

Reducing Financial Barriers to Education: 
The Salvation Army Kenneth Hill Adult Education Program 

There are many potential barriers to continuing your education.  
We don’t want cost to be the barrier that prevents adult residents of Hood County from pursuing their education and dreams.  This practical assistance will help individuals gain the formal education and training necessary to secure employment, develop their careers, and achieve an improved standard of living for themselves and their families. 

All Types of Programs 

Funding is available for a wide range of educational opportunities including:  
graduate, four-year and two-year degree college courses, community colleges, vocational and technical schools, professional and licensing programs and more… as long as they are an accredited educational program! 

Qualifications 

1. The Salvation Army Kenneth Hill Adult Education Program Committee is seeking the traditionally underserved (in terms of access to scholarships) graduating high school students and adults who are committed to furthering their education and improving their communities.  
2. Recipients must be residents of Hood County and demonstrate financial need.  
3. They must be enrolled or have been accepted to a two-year or four-year college or university, vocational school, professional certification or licensing program.  
4. Eligible applicants may receive scholarships for tuition, books and fees, and other education-related expenses while successfully enrolled in school. 
5. Scholarships are NOT for pre-set amounts but will vary based on financial needs, number of applicants, and funds available each year.  
6. Scholarship Recipients are eligible to apply every 12 months for scholarship renewal! They must be on a graduation/completion track and maintain a GPA of 2.0 or above satisfactory competence levels. 

 We want you to successfully complete your program of study! 

Read the Application Instruction& Checklist and get started!
Time to take the next step to Invest in Your Future. 
We look forward to receiving your application. 

This Scholarship program is intended for Hood County residents who have: 

1. Decided on a specific program of study and school 
2. Researched, selected, applied to, and been accepted to that program/school 
3. Completed FAFSA and had the FAFSA Rating sent to that school 

If you need assistance with some of these initial steps, we know of a great resource to help you:     
      Education Opportunity Center at EOC@orstx.org or call (817) 241-4141
      Ask for a Hood County advisor (Free service).
     They can assist with career selection, programs available, college/program and FAFSA application processes.  

We look forward to working with you and wish you the best on your educational journey!